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Anika Gandhi is a former electrical engineer and the creator of Anika’s DIY Life, an approachable online resource for beginners interested in power tools, woodworking, and other DIY projects. Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026 This project is a clever way to DIY storage space that doubles as decor. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026 Zayner’s company, The ODIN, was targeted by a 2019 bill that regulated the sale of DIY gene-editing kits. Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026 In particular, the anything-goes attitude of DIY venue ACS, where Han has performed with local cybergrind artist Supermotel K and Japan’s BBBBBB, has incubated his digital hardcore tendencies. James Gui, Pitchfork, 3 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for DIY

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First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of DIY was in 1955

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“DIY.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/DIY. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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